WASHINGTON—Commerce Secretary Carlos M. Gutierrez today released the following statement on the Senate’s confirmation of Henry M. Paulson, Jr. as Treasury Secretary: "I am pleased to welcome Hank Paulson as the newest member of President Bush’s economic team. He is an outstanding choice to serve as Secretary of the Treasury.
"Hank Paulson brings to the Cabinet years of experience as a successful businessman that will help us to create jobs and strengthen our economy. I look forward to working with him to advance the President’s pro-growth and prosperity agenda."
Source: U.S. Department of Commerce
